Niels is a leading authority in the world of fine wine. Working with top tier wineries and wine regions across the world he has not only built a personal connection with them but also accumulated valuable insights and understanding of the industry.
Besides Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Dutch Wine Apprentice Niels is a frequent speaker on the topic of fine wine, with a focus on positioning, distribution and fine wine sales. He still takes time to write his own reflections and articles on the Dutch Wine Apprentice website.
At Michelin Restaurant The Millèn in Rotterdam, Chef Wim Severein and MaĂ®tre-Sommelier Sanne Poppen bring fine dining and wine together in a five-course experience overlooking the city. In the first edition of ‘A Seat at the Table’, we explore the people, philosophy and food-and-wine pairings that shape an evening at this Michelin-starred restaurant.
Discover the story of Dalla Valle Vineyards, the iconic Oakville estate whose Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blends have earned a place among Napa Valley’s most celebrated wines. From founders Gustav and Naoko Dalla Valle to second-generation winemaker Maya Dalla Valle, the estate’s legacy is defined by precision, biodynamic farming and an unwavering commitment to expressing its exceptional hillside vineyard.
Discover the wine philosophy of Restaurant Le Barrage in Alblasserdam, where sommelier Luc Kaminski and the Willaerts Group team combine an extensive cellar with thoughtful wine service and a spirit of discovery. From Burgundy and Tuscany to the collaboration with KITA, wine at Le Barrage ultimately begins with the guest at the table.
Ontdek de Dutch Wine Apprentice Wine Club: een nieuwe reeks Fine Wine & Fine Dining evenementen in Nederland, met twee formats—BYOB en Wine Gems—voor wijnliefhebbers die willen proeven, delen en verbinden. Schrijf je in voor updates en de eerste edities, en blijf op de hoogte van thema-avonden rond topregio’s als Bourgogne, Bordeaux, Toscane en Piemonte.
Sebastián Zuccardi explores the future of Argentine wine through Malbec, terroir and the diverse vineyards of the Uco Valley. From Piedra Infinita to high-altitude white wines, his vision places origin and increasingly precise expressions of place at the heart of Argentina’s next chapter.
BOND explores Napa Valley through five exceptional hillside vineyards—Quella, Melbury, St. Eden, Vecina and Pluribus—each producing a distinctive expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. In conversation with Will Harlan, we trace BOND’s origins, its vineyard-driven philosophy and the remarkable individuality of the acclaimed 2022 vintage.
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